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This is an opportunity for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join the Advanced Practice Provider team in the Department of Anesthesiology at our tertiary care, Level II Trauma center. Under our Anesthesia Care Team model, we provide anesthesia services for patients requiring surgery and any other procedures requiring an anesthetic. This position will provide care in our downtown Tacoma location, St. Joseph Medical Center.

• Hospital-employed position
  
• Team-based anesthesia care model with Physician Anesthesiologists providing medical direction with CRNAs and CAAs
  
• Tertiary care, Level II Trauma Center
  
• Diverse caseload, including complex vascular, thoracic, acute care surgery, surgical oncology, orthopedic, ENT, Gyn, interventional pulmonary, GI, and high-risk OB. There is no pediatrics and no open heart cases for this position.
  
• Research-based patient care protocols
  
• Patient-focused care with attention to patient safety, quality, & comfort - Predictable work schedule with minimal call
  
• Excellent work-life balance

Comprehensive benefits package. Guaranteed salary based on CRNA experience and CRNA's are eligible for additional quality incentive compensation, pro-rated for FTE.

• Current Washington State Registered Nurse License and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License
  
• Current Certification as a CRNA through the National Board of Certification & Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
  
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice
  
• Strong knowledge of current anesthesia practices and procedures
  
• Aptitude for detail and strong organizational skills
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Ability to respond appropriately in stressful or emergent situations
  

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.